House Sitting in Ballard, Seattle
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“Lynn was amazing with our two dogs! Sent just the right amount of updates to keep us connected but not too many to distract from our vacation adventures! Our pups were looking for her after we left and our house was well cared for. We’d love to have Lynn house sit again in the future!”


“Justin came to my rescue when I was running behind which was much appreciated. The critters were well tended and the house pristine when I returned. I can’t say enough good things about his service.”


“Emily did such an amazing job taking care of our high maintenance pets. When we met she asked all the right questions and took notes. Our pets loved her and most importantly, she followed through on all of our requests. Last but not least, I forgot to tell Emily one of our dogs occasionally refuses meals (especially with sitters) but will take his food as treats. Well, when it happened she let me know Max was having a hard time eating one of his meals and she (on her own) figured out to feed as treats. It might not seem important to some but it made all the difference to me.”


“Rachael is a gem! She just spent the weekend with our two pups and cat. Rachael sent us consistent updates, videos, and pictures throughout our time away, which put our minds at ease and confirmed our crew was in great hands. She took the time to understand each of their routines and personalities. We returned home to happy pets and a clean and tidy house. We will absolutely use Rachael for house/pet sitting in the future!”


“Lisa took great care of Gunner and sent back pictures throughout her stay. I could tell he had a wonderful time with her and came back to a tidy house and happy pup!”

“Jacob is very sweet and loving with our dogs. He sent us a lot of pictures while we were gone, and they looked so happy. Both of our dogs are older and take daily medicines which Jacob provided and gave updates when needed. The house was clean and in good condition when we returned. We highly recommend Jacob for house sitting!”


“Thank you for taking such good care of our brood :) We have fairly high needs pups and Theresa seemed to manage everything really well. It was also lovely to come home to such a clean house. Thank you!”


“Jeff was SO wonderful with our big, high energy, 9 month old puppy! He took extra care to make sure that our dog got plenty of walks, dog parks visits, and time to hang out at home. He even worked with us to add on an additional walk last minute after we returned from our trip. Our dog loves Jeff and we can’t wait to have him back!”


“Is it possible to become overly-attached to your pooch-sitter as well as your adored pooch? Perhaps. But to leave your home feeling secure that your dog and household will be perfectly cared-for is a matchless gift. We are very grateful for Davied's competence, nurturing and high-standards for professionalism.”


“Olivia was amazing our dog Lulu adores her, she was comforting Lulu during the storm, took her on walks, cuddled with her, Plus she watered all our plants, tidied up our house, stripped the bed and washed the sheets and towels. We have nothing but praise for Olivia!”


“Machele spoiled Tori all week. Prior to the visit, she took the time to get to know her needs, how she interacted with other dogs, etc. During the visit, she sent multiple updates with photos. She was very respectful of our home, leaving it in even better shape than she found it. She truly went above and beyond. I wouldn't hesitate to ask her to stay with Tori again.”


“Aaron is very thoughtful and great with pets. He was very respectful of my space and even left it in better condition! Would certainly book with him again.”


“Tyler took great care of our bunny and our dog! A great houseguest as well, and kept things organized and brought in mail. Really appreciate her!”


“Raymond is a passionate caregiver! He goes above & beyond the call to take care of us and our dogs! He graciously came back to check on our dogs after our flight was delayed to feed and care for our dogs. He provides daily updates with some of the best pet photos. Even our neighbors raved about him!”


“Paula did a wonderful job looking after our cats in a home stay while we were on a long trip! This was our first time using Rover — our regular sitter couldn’t swing the entire time we were away — and we feel so lucky to find someone experienced, communicative, and thoughtful to step in while we were abroad. She gave regular updates, took great pics of our boys (who we missed so much!), and was all around lovely to work with. Thank you, Paula!”


“Ami is a fantastic sitter! I'm so happy to have found her. This was my second time having her sit my dog and as long as she's available I'll keep coming back to her. She's quick to respond, great with my dog, and so nice. 10/10!”


“Lindsey did such a great job caring for our crew of 5! It was a lot to take on and she had it covered. Looking forward to having her sit again.♥️”


“Christian was fantastic at handling my kitties. They can be a bit high maintenance, what with them being a bit slow to warm up and needing meds but he was very communicative about how social they were, how they were eating, and finding a way to get them medicated. When there were complications with one the electronic feeders, he was great about working with me to find a solution that helped make sure that the kitty with the problematic autofeeder still got fed. Additionally, he was great at sending photos and updates. I’d totally recommend Christian as a sitter.”

“Emma did an excellent job with my difficult tortie. She was reliable, respectful, and communicative. She did a great job following my pretty strict instructions and I would definitely hire her again!”



About: Hi my name is Sarah! I work in the veterinary medicine field as a veterinary assistant and have a lot of experience working with cats and dogs, as well as other animals like goats, sheep, and even alpacas! I have two cats currently and have grown up with dogs. I love spending time with animals, and would love to meet your furry friend!:) I'm currently working part-time in a clinic, so I have plenty of time to spend with your furry friend! I am free most weekends, so I am available if you need me. I live in a three-story townhouse, with plenty of space for my kitties to roam and lots of sunshine to bathe in. They are living their best life.
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Lynn B.

“Lynn was amazing with our two dogs! Sent just the right amount of updates to keep us connected but not too many to distract from our vacation adventures! Our pups were looking for her after we left and our house was well cared for. We’d love to have Lynn house sit again in the future!”


Justin G.
Star Sitter


“Justin came to my rescue when I was running behind which was much appreciated. The critters were well tended and the house pristine when I returned. I can’t say enough good things about his service.”


Emily H.

“Emily did such an amazing job taking care of our high maintenance pets. When we met she asked all the right questions and took notes. Our pets loved her and most importantly, she followed through on all of our requests. Last but not least, I forgot to tell Emily one of our dogs occasionally refuses meals (especially with sitters) but will take his food as treats. Well, when it happened she let me know Max was having a hard time eating one of his meals and she (on her own) figured out to feed as treats. It might not seem important to some but it made all the difference to me.”


Rachael C.

“Rachael is a gem! She just spent the weekend with our two pups and cat. Rachael sent us consistent updates, videos, and pictures throughout our time away, which put our minds at ease and confirmed our crew was in great hands. She took the time to understand each of their routines and personalities. We returned home to happy pets and a clean and tidy house. We will absolutely use Rachael for house/pet sitting in the future!”


Lisa B.Star Sitter
“Lisa took great care of Gunner and sent back pictures throughout her stay. I could tell he had a wonderful time with her and came back to a tidy house and happy pup!”


Jacob L.Star Sitter

“Jacob is very sweet and loving with our dogs. He sent us a lot of pictures while we were gone, and they looked so happy. Both of our dogs are older and take daily medicines which Jacob provided and gave updates when needed. The house was clean and in good condition when we returned. We highly recommend Jacob for house sitting!”


Theresa B.
Star Sitter


“Thank you for taking such good care of our brood :) We have fairly high needs pups and Theresa seemed to manage everything really well. It was also lovely to come home to such a clean house. Thank you!”


Jeffrey M.


“Jeff was SO wonderful with our big, high energy, 9 month old puppy! He took extra care to make sure that our dog got plenty of walks, dog parks visits, and time to hang out at home. He even worked with us to add on an additional walk last minute after we returned from our trip. Our dog loves Jeff and we can’t wait to have him back!”


Davied E.Star Sitter

“Is it possible to become overly-attached to your pooch-sitter as well as your adored pooch? Perhaps. But to leave your home feeling secure that your dog and household will be perfectly cared-for is a matchless gift. We are very grateful for Davied's competence, nurturing and high-standards for professionalism.”


Olivia F.
Star Sitter


“Olivia was amazing our dog Lulu adores her, she was comforting Lulu during the storm, took her on walks, cuddled with her, Plus she watered all our plants, tidied up our house, stripped the bed and washed the sheets and towels. We have nothing but praise for Olivia!”


Machele M.Star Sitter

“Machele spoiled Tori all week. Prior to the visit, she took the time to get to know her needs, how she interacted with other dogs, etc. During the visit, she sent multiple updates with photos. She was very respectful of our home, leaving it in even better shape than she found it. She truly went above and beyond. I wouldn't hesitate to ask her to stay with Tori again.”


Aaron W.

“Aaron is very thoughtful and great with pets. He was very respectful of my space and even left it in better condition! Would certainly book with him again.”


Tyler T.Star Sitter

“Tyler took great care of our bunny and our dog! A great houseguest as well, and kept things organized and brought in mail. Really appreciate her!”


Raymond C.
Star Sitter


“Raymond is a passionate caregiver! He goes above & beyond the call to take care of us and our dogs! He graciously came back to check on our dogs after our flight was delayed to feed and care for our dogs. He provides daily updates with some of the best pet photos. Even our neighbors raved about him!”


Paula W.Star Sitter

“Paula did a wonderful job looking after our cats in a home stay while we were on a long trip! This was our first time using Rover — our regular sitter couldn’t swing the entire time we were away — and we feel so lucky to find someone experienced, communicative, and thoughtful to step in while we were abroad. She gave regular updates, took great pics of our boys (who we missed so much!), and was all around lovely to work with. Thank you, Paula!”


Ami Y.
Star Sitter


“Ami is a fantastic sitter! I'm so happy to have found her. This was my second time having her sit my dog and as long as she's available I'll keep coming back to her. She's quick to respond, great with my dog, and so nice. 10/10!”


Lindsey R.Star Sitter

“Lindsey did such a great job caring for our crew of 5! It was a lot to take on and she had it covered. Looking forward to having her sit again.♥️”


Christian K.Star Sitter
“Christian was fantastic at handling my kitties. They can be a bit high maintenance, what with them being a bit slow to warm up and needing meds but he was very communicative about how social they were, how they were eating, and finding a way to get them medicated. When there were complications with one the electronic feeders, he was great about working with me to find a solution that helped make sure that the kitty with the problematic autofeeder still got fed. Additionally, he was great at sending photos and updates. I’d totally recommend Christian as a sitter.”


Emma J.Star Sitter

“Emma did an excellent job with my difficult tortie. She was reliable, respectful, and communicative. She did a great job following my pretty strict instructions and I would definitely hire her again!”




Sarah J.
About: Hi my name is Sarah! I work in the veterinary medicine field as a veterinary assistant and have a lot of experience working with cats and dogs, as well as other animals like goats, sheep, and even alpacas! I have two cats currently and have grown up with dogs. I love spending time with animals, and would love to meet your furry friend!:) I'm currently working part-time in a clinic, so I have plenty of time to spend with your furry friend! I am free most weekends, so I am available if you need me. I live in a three-story townhouse, with plenty of space for my kitties to roam and lots of sunshine to bathe in. They are living their best life.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Ballard.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Ballard house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
